Superchick, originally known as Superchic
'', was an American
Christian
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alternative pop/rock band. Their music incorporated various styles such as
pop
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Albums
* ''Pop'' (G ...
,
punk,
rock
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,
rap
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, and
R&B. Their sound has been compared to mainstream artists like
No Doubt
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and
Avril Lavigne
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only with a heavier sound.
Superchick has had five songs reach No. 1 on music charts,
and their song "
Stand in the Rain
"Stand in the Rain" is a song by Christian rock band Superchick from their 2006 album '' Beauty From Pain 1.1''. It was released as a radio single that year, and stayed at number 1 on ''R&Rs Christian CHR chart for 13 consecutive weeks beginni ...
" held the No. 1 spot for nine weeks on ''
R&R'' Christian Hit Radio (CHR) chart in 2006/2007.
History
1999: Debut
Superchick made their debut in 1999 at an
Audio Adrenaline concert in front of an audience of 5,000. They continued to perform at live events throughout that year.
Early 2000s: ''Karaoke Superstars'' and ''Last One Picked''
Superchick self-released their first album in 2000. The album was re-released with three added remix tracks after they signed to
Inpop Records
Inpop Records is an independent contemporary Christian music record label based in Nashville, Tennessee, U.S. It was launched in July 1999 by Australians Peter Furler, Dale Bray, and Wes Campbell. The name was derived from the idea of wanting ...
, and became their first official album: ''
Karaoke Superstars
''Karaoke Superstars'' is the first major release album by the Christian rock band Superchic Before being signed to Inpop Records, the album was released independently. It did not include the three final remix tracks and featured different cover ...
''. Since then, their music has appeared in several movies and television shows, including the 2001 movie ''
Legally Blonde'', the 2002 made for TV
Disney
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movie ''
Cadet Kelly'', and the 2009 movie ''
To Save a Life
''To Save a Life'' is a 2009 American Christian drama film directed by Brian Baugh and starring Randy Wayne, Deja Kreutzberg, Robert Bailey Jr., Steven Crowder and Sean Michael Afable. The film was released theatrically in the United States on ...
''. ''
Last One Picked
''Last One Picked'' is the second studio album by the Christian rock band Superchic The song, "Hero", appeared in the film, ''To Save a Life''. "Na Na" appeared on the Disney film, ''Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen
''Confessions of a T ...
'' was released on October 8, 2002.
Mid-2000s: ''Beauty from Pain''
Superchick signed with mainstream record label Columbia Records to promote their 2005 album ''
Beauty from Pain
''Beauty from Pain'' is the fourth album released by the band Superchick. This is the first CD the band has released with an official drummer, Brandon Estelle. Christian rapper and hip-hop singer tobyMac appears in the song "Stories (Down t ...
'', resulting in their 2006 mainstream debut ''
Beauty from Pain 1.1''.
The re-release album contains their signature hit "Stand in the Rain".
Their music has received favorable reviews in both Christian and mainstream publications.
Late 2000s: Grammy nomination and ''Rock What You Got''
On December 4, 2008, Superchick was nominated for their first
Grammy Award
The Grammy Awards (stylized as GRAMMY), or simply known as the Grammys, are awards presented by the Recording Academy of the United States to recognize "outstanding" achievements in the music industry. They are regarded by many as the most pres ...
. The group was recognized in the category of "Best Rock Or Rap Gospel Album" for their 2008 album, ''
Rock What You Got
''Rock What You Got'' is the fifth album from the band Superchick. It was released on June 24, 2008. The album debuted at No. 65 on the Billboard 200, ''Billboard'' 200 album chart, selling nearly 10,000 copies its first week. The band has desc ...
'' which was featured on ABC Family's ''
Make It or Break It''. The band launched their "Hey! Hey! (That's Freedom You Hear)" Tour on April 3, 2009.
2010s: Temporary hiatus and death of Lovelace
On June 7, 2011, lead singer Tricia Brock released her debut solo album entitled ''The Road''.
The group announced that former member Chase Lovelace had died. The memorial took place on May 11, 2013. Matt Dally confirmed that "he
ovelaceis on the new record". On May 28, 2013, the band posted "This is the Time" written in memory of Lovelace.
2013: Disbandment
On August 11, 2013, Superchick announced on their Facebook page
that the band had reached its closing chapter.
In the post, Max Hsu stated: "Everyone has new stories to write: Tricia has another solo record coming out, Dave is touring with Audio Adrenaline, Melissa started Rosebuds East, Matt is busy being a realtor/songwriter/daddy daycare and I've got plenty of projects to finish up, including a ThumpMonks record years in the making".
He also confirmed the release of five new tracks in the future featuring Chase Lovelace.
2016: Reunion
On June 27, 2016, a photo was posted of the band rehearsing for an upcoming reunion show. The band then performed at
Lifest on July 9, 2016, which featured the line-up of Tricia Brock, Max Hsu, Dave Ghazarian, Matt Dally, Andy Vegas and Brandon Estelle. In an interview at the show posted on
YouTube
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, Brock said that they were asked to perform one last show at the site of their first show. The show was a one-off and also considered as a final concert for the band. It was later posted on Facebook Live.
Members
Final line-up
*
Tricia Baumhardt – lead vocals
(1999–2013, 2016)
* Dave Ghazarian – lead guitar
(1999–2013, 2016)
* Matt Dally – bass guitar, rap vocals, keyboards
(1999–2013, 2016)
* Max Hsu – DJ, keyboards
(1999–2013, 2016)
* Andy Vegas – percussion
(1999–2001, 2016)
* Brandon Estelle – drums
(2004–2009, 2016)
Former members
* Justin Sharbono – guitar
(1999–2002)
* Ben Dally – drums
(1999–2001)
* Brian Fitch – drums
(2002–2003)
* Aaron Tosti – drums
(2004)
* Clayton Hunt – drums
(2009–2010)
* Chase Lovelace – drums
(2010–2012, died 2013)
* Dave Clo – bass guitar, acoustic guitar
(2002–2003, 2012)
* Melissa Brock – rhythm guitar, harmony vocals
(1999–2011, 2013)
Discography
Studio albums
* ''
Karaoke Superstars
''Karaoke Superstars'' is the first major release album by the Christian rock band Superchic Before being signed to Inpop Records, the album was released independently. It did not include the three final remix tracks and featured different cover ...
'' (2001)
* ''
Last One Picked
''Last One Picked'' is the second studio album by the Christian rock band Superchic The song, "Hero", appeared in the film, ''To Save a Life''. "Na Na" appeared on the Disney film, ''Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen
''Confessions of a T ...
'' (2002)
* ''
Beauty from Pain
''Beauty from Pain'' is the fourth album released by the band Superchick. This is the first CD the band has released with an official drummer, Brandon Estelle. Christian rapper and hip-hop singer tobyMac appears in the song "Stories (Down t ...
'' (2005)
* ''
Rock What You Got
''Rock What You Got'' is the fifth album from the band Superchick. It was released on June 24, 2008. The album debuted at No. 65 on the Billboard 200, ''Billboard'' 200 album chart, selling nearly 10,000 copies its first week. The band has desc ...
'' (2008)
References
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Christian punk groups
Christian rock groups from Illinois
Inpop Records artists
Musical groups from Chicago
Musical groups established in 1999
Musical groups disestablished in 2013
Columbia Records artists
1999 establishments in Illinois